to help you succeed in whatever it is that you want to do, if only you reach out to it. If you believe you can do something, pursue it without distraction. You are the master of your destiny, and no one else.

Our Standard X students are currently appearing for their CBSE Board Examinations. Our special prayers and blessings are with them.

I wish you all the best for the adventures that await you in the months and years to come.

Joseph Thomas M.A., B.Ed.Founder Chairman

March, 2016 VOL 2K16 • ISSUE 14

A Message from the ChairmanTime has flown by so rapidly! We have come to the end of a milestone year at The Asian School. I do not intend to repeat the details of the many facets of life in our ASB family. Suffice to say that it is always busy, and our children are always inspiring. It has been a stellar year, both academically and otherwise. The end of the school year is a wonderful time to celebrate the learning progress of our students and to acknowledge their significant academic and social development across the last twelve months. Appreciation must be expressed to those who have helped make it happen. As the year draws to a close I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere commendation to our parents, staff and students. You have all worked together in splendid cohesion to build a pride in our school and its accomplishments. Special thanks to all of you who have contributed in ways small, large and unimaginable!

There are times that things haven’t turned out the way we planned despite our best efforts. We have all certainly had our share of disappointments. While it can be a blow, the experience should strengthen our resolve to persist in our journey. If things don’t feel as if they are going as planned right now, I urge you to keep going. Push forward and learn everything you can along the way. To quote the English novelist Neil Gaiman, “You will learn more from a glorious failure than you ever will from something you never finished.”

We are at the threshold of a new academic year. The end of the year should be a time for contemplation. I implore that we seek out the shortcomings and challenges faced by us during the last year and chalk out a plan for bettering ourselves. Even to those who have fared well, I cannot stress enough that there is always room for improvement. The only constraints to growth are the ones in the mind. In reality, the world outside is waiting

Published by THE ASIAN SCHOOL, KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN

Inauguration of Dr. Abdul Kalam Memorial Auditorium on 29th October, 2016 by the Indian Ambassador, H.E. Mr. Alok Kumar Sinha

A LONG CHERISHED DREAM COMES TRUE

From the Principal’s Desk propelled students to a higher level of learners. The ambience certainly is motivating. A rain drop on an oyster turns to pearl but the drop that falls on barren land is of no consequence!

The CCE (Continuous Comprehensive Evaluation) is a quantum leap from the conventional chalk and talk teaching method. Scholastic and co-scholastic areas are duly assessed. Holistic assessment of attitudinal and behavioral characteristics such as dexterity, innovation, steadiness, teamwork, public speaking and other attributes are given prime importance. Participation in the Arts and Sports is encouraged to inspire individualism.

The 20th batch of standard X students, was guided, assessed on innumerable occasions and deemed fit to appear for the first Public Examination for their career. A counselling session initiated by Mrs.Mini Roy on Examination Tips was arranged to enhance their confidence level Indeed, no stone has been left unturned to see our students through !

Workshops in and outside the campus fine-tune and keep abreast our staff of information to surge forward on this noble mission. Come, join us in wishing one and all a successful academic year 2016-17. Stand by us as we tread the sands of time into the future.

Molly Treasa MammenPrincipal

Chief Guest on 29th October, H.E. Mr. Alok Kumar SinhaAmbassador of India to Bahrain

Inaugural lighting of the lamp by esteemed dignitaries

Chief Guest on 30th October, Ms. Ahlam Al AamerDirector of Private Education, Ministry of Education

32nd Annual Day Celebrations - 29th & 30th October, 2015

Not enjoyment and not sorrowIs our destined end or way

But to act that each tomorrowFinds us further than today

‘Psalm of Life’ by H.W Longfellow

A sense of satisfaction fills me as the academic year 2015-16 readies itself for the last lap. Examinations, results, workshops and teacher selection for the new academic year are in the pipeline. It is essential to look back and introspect if one aims at success in the future. Education at the spacious Tubli campus completes a year, this March. Transition and transformation! The environment, novel facilities and other technological advancement like the digitalized teaching have transcended and

EDITORIAL BOARD Ms. Mini Roy | Ms. Lovy Joseph | Mr. Joe Peediakal

Guest of Honour on 29th October, Ms. Shirley Yateem,Director, A.M. Yateem Bros. being received with joy

Mr. Soman Baby, Chief Editor, Daily Tribune receiving a memento as a token ofappreciation from the Chairman for his felicitation speech on 29th October

Our Chairman Mr. Joseph Thomas warmly welcoming the guests

The Principal, Ms. Molly Mammen presenting the Annual Report

Guest of Honour on 30th October, Mr. Rajesh Kandwal, CEO & Managing Director, LIC International kindly giving away the prizes

Mr. Khusang Sheth, Vice President, Citibank extending warm felicitations to the school on 30th October

Our Director Ms. Elizabeth Joseph presenting a memento to the Chief Guest Ms. Ahlam Al Aamer, Director of Private Education

Assistant Director Ms. Lovy Joseph proposing the vote of thanks

Mr. Raed Ghuloom Ahmed Abbas honouring the winners

Enlightening words by Dr. Mohammed Tayyab, Principal, Ibn Al Hytham Islamic School & Convener, Bahrain Chapter of Council of CBSE Affiliated Schools in the Gulf

An enthralled audience enjoying the show

Staff awarded for their dedicated long serviceMs. Gracyamma Koshy & Ms. Eva Crasto - 30 yrs, Ms. Elizabeth Sadan &Ms. Mini Roy - 25 yrs, Mr. George Joseph & Ms. Bincy Thomas -15 yrs

Mr. Arun Kumar Sharma, Principal, New Millennium School &Chairman, Council of CBSE Affiliated Schools in the Gulf giving away the prizes

Well-wishers of the school grace the occasion with their presence;Mrs. & Mr. Anup Kewalram, Mr. Indu Bhatia, Mr. Baboo Kewalram

Ms. Shirley Yateem instituting the Ali Hussain Yateem Annual Award for the Top Performers in the Talent Fest - Sona and Vignesh

Std. X 2014 - 15 Board Exam Toppers awarded

Welcoming Voices

Candy Kids

Twinkling stars

It’s a beautiful day…

Reading of the Scriptures

Education – ‘Each One Teach One’

Enthralling Epoch

Spanish Symphony

Febrile Fusion

‘Raqsa Shahbiya’ - Arabic Dance

‘Tell Me Why’ - English Skit

Sheltering Sylvania

Blissful Blessings

Occidental Hiphop

Shaded Serenade

Masters of Ceremonies for both days

Orchestral Overtures

Cultural Events

Chacha parade -Chilren’s Day

August Culmination

Guest of Honour at the Children’s Day Programme Ms. Wedad Al HashmiFirst Education Specialist, Ministry of Education

‘Ekta Ka Anokha Raag’, a scintillating performance by our talented teachers

National Day Celebrations

Festival Fiesta

Hands on exposure to nature - Children excited to see the School vegetable garden Fruit Salad Day - A sumptuous creation by our little chefs

Republic Day Programme Skit on ‘Your Health in Your Food’ Class Assembly - Std VI

Enjoying the great outdoors at the Lost Paradise of Dilmun The little ones having a wonderful time at Kids Kingdom

Sastra Prathiba Contest - Second Round at The Asian School.Inaugural Address by The Principal, Ms. Molly Mammen

Green Olympiad Examination for Juniors Young Leaders Programme in progress

Quiz Master Mr. Andrew Scolt conducting the Mothercare Inter School Quiz Preliminary Round at The Asian School

‘An Ideal Teacher’ - An enlightening talk by educationalistRev. Fr. Theophane Kilianthara CST

ASB Basket Ball Team The School Basketball team at the CBSE National Basketball Championshipat Sonepat, Haryana, India

Bidding Adieu to Mrs Asha Rajeev

Cancer Awareness Campaign - Lighting of the lamp by Chief Guest Dr.Raja Al Yousuf, Deputy Chief of Medical Staff, Salmaniya Medical Complex

Farewell for Standard X hosted by Standard IX

Mr. Srijan Pal Singh, Indian author and social activist addressing the students Career Guidance for Standard X by Dr. S. Magesh

Cancer Care Group President & Chief of Accident and Emergency, Salmaniya Hospital, Dr. P. V. Cheriyan appreciating the school for hosting the Cancer

Awareness Campaign conducted by CCG

A memorable end to the eventWinners of the ‘Personality Contest’

Prize winners of French Day

Spectra Gold Medalists

Your F M & Al Noor School Quiz Second Prize WinnerNaima Muhammed

Remarkable RJ Juniors

Receiving Spectra School Trophy Outstanding Toastmasters of the School

DPS Science Quiz Second prize winners

Adnan Abdul Salam, Midun Mohan &

Naima Muhammed

‘Spectra’ artists shine – First Prize: Nandakishore, Second Prize: Siddarth Roy

Sports - CBSE Cluster Meet Winners

Sastra Pratibhas at the National Institute ofNutrition, Hyderabad

Quiz Wizards Kapil R K and Sona Unnikrishnan outbeat others to

win the second place at the Mothercare QuizPakistan School Debate Competition Third Prize Winner Diandra Godinho Evita

Hindi pandits win trophies

Sastra Pratibha 2015 - A + grade achievers

Lions Club Essay Writing and Painting Competition Winners

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